1 Penny - Henry VI 1st reign; Annulet issue, Calais ND
| Silver | 0.8 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Henry VI (1422-1461) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1422-1430 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.8 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#207105 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Long cross pattée with trefoil of pellets in each quarter, annulets in two quarters, legend around with double saltire stops.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: VIL LA CAL IS
Lettering (regular font): VIL LA CAL IS
Translation: Town of Calais
Comment
House of Lancaster (1399-1461), Henry VI, First reign (1422-61), Annulet issue (1422-30), Calais mint.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Penny - Henry VI (1st reign; Annulet issue, Calais) ND (1422-1430) coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in England. Henry VI was the king of England during this time, but he was also facing challenges from the House of York, which would eventually lead to the Wars of the Roses. Despite this political instability, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, showcasing the skill of the medieval minting process.
